https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Chevrolet HHR. en-us Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:35:05 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2159982 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V047000 (Air Bags, Electrical System); but the vehicle experienced a failure. The contact stated that the key could not be removed from the ignition switch while the key was in the "OFF" position. In addition, the battery was being drained. The contact stated that the battery was https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2159983 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V047000 (Air Bags, Electrical System); but the vehicle experienced a failure. The contact stated that the key could not be removed from the ignition switch while the key was in the "OFF" position. In addition, the battery was being drained. The contact stated that the battery was https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2154583 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Car has developed a fuel leak once again in the rear of the vehicle. this is the second time a fuel leak has been noted. the first time the mechanic replaced a portion of the line that had corroded and was leaking fuel near the driver rear tire. now the leak is in another section of the original pipe near the fuel tank. this is poor quality and engineering. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2150575 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Power steering went out while I was driving and it put me in danger and other drivers because it was hard to control the vehicle, the steering wheel was really tough to turn. The vehicle wasn't inspected by a professional because the problem just occurred. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2132109 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Power steering lights up and I am unable to turn the steering wheel. When I shut the motor down and start back up, the steering starts working again. This has been doing this for about 4 years now. I took it to White Allen Chevrolet when it first started happening and they told me that they drove it around and that it did not happen while they test drove the car. It happens intermittingly. I https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2117678 Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT My power steering keeps going out. It randomly makes it hard to turn which could cause a crash. It's common in other hhr models, mine has not been inspected personally yet. It has a chime and then the console says "power steering". There were no signs before it started. It goes away when you restart the car but will come back randomly. I was advised by an auto repair place to replace the battery, https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2117217 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT Power steering motor went out. Went to the dealer to get special coverage 14119 ( I was aware of the issue ). Dealership refused to do work for free as stated in service bulletin. Called GM Corporate and they also said work would would not be done for free. 14119 specifically stated that power steering motor would be changed and I quote " at no cost to the customer " unquote. They want $175 just t https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2116623 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT The door few open because the door latch broke off https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2116624 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT The door few open because the door latch broke off https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2116625 Sat, 02 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT The door few open because the door latch broke off https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2110357 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated and occasionally flashed on and off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The contact had previously rec https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2110358 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated and occasionally flashed on and off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The contact had previously rec https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2102988 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while approaching the locked vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear driver's side door had failed to latch securely and was open. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mile https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2095722 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT While replacing 3 motor mounts, engine oil pan,transmission oil pan, also CV axles, wheel bearings needed replaced. When i got my car back the power steering wasn't working. My mechanic said there was a recall for my year, make and model for the power steering assist. I haven't gotten this fixed yet due to lack of funds . I am filling this out to see if is recalled. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2095723 Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT While replacing 3 motor mounts, engine oil pan,transmission oil pan, also CV axles, wheel bearings needed replaced. When i got my car back the power steering wasn't working. My mechanic said there was a recall for my year, make and model for the power steering assist. I haven't gotten this fixed yet due to lack of funds . I am filling this out to see if is recalled. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2089910 Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT The fuel line on the left back side of the car (back drivers side) was leaking fuel when it was in parking or sitting and idling. Noted fuel smell when car started up and was idling, car was taken to independent mechanic, fuel line was broke in 2 places. It was broke close by the wheel are and the other spot was back by the exhaust https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2079847 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while warming up the vehicle, the rear window exploded without warning or impact. There was smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. There was an abnormal burning odor detected. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was a https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2063421 Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT vehicle ecm keeps reporting an error code p2138 that refers to a correlation issue between sensors on the throttle/pedal system, causing the vehicle to enter into reduced power and eventually disables engine. Problem persists even after replacing pedal component. Apparently water enters the compartment where the part is located and corrodes wiring between the ecm and the pedal system. GM is app https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2049556 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Last week, I noticed fuel leaking out from the bottom of my vehicle on the rear passenger side in my driveway after returning home. I had my vehicle towed into a local shop to get looked at. The shop informed me that my entire fuel line assembly needed to be replaced. They stated that the metal assembly has rusted and corroded over time. At the time of this writing, my vehicle is still in the shop https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2046271 Sat, 07 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The fuel line is leaking due to it being metal and rusted. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2046085 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not ma https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2044352 Sat, 30 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Car is leaking gas on left rear side. Corrosion and rust due to fuel line. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2043052 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Fuel line leaking next to exhaust. This is very dangerous and could kill someone. Bad design on Chevy's part. https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2043172 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Fuel line is leaking near left rear wheel wheel https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2036862 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak near the driver's side rear door. The contact stated that the TPMS, ESC, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact researched online and determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: PE20011 (FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The contact calle https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2036863 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak near the driver's side rear door. The contact stated that the TPMS, ESC, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact researched online and determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: PE20011 (FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The contact calle https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2036864 Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that there was a fuel leak near the driver's side rear door. The contact stated that the TPMS, ESC, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact researched online and determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: PE20011 (FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The contact calle https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2035221 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT last week we noticed gasoline showing up on the ground in front of the rear driver side tire. I looked underneath and found a pipe that seems to be corroded. I looked online and found that many people have the same problem, so I haven't had it checked at a dealership. The pipe continues to leak after you walk away and I'm afraid someone will discard a cigarette near the vehicle, or worse. We are g https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2032817 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, and while driving the vehicle, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact noticed that the vehicle was experiencing excessive fuel consumption. The contact also noticed that fuel had leaked onto the ground. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the contac https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr https://plaincars.com/make/chevrolet-hhr#complaint-2029989 Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The power steering warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, the vehicle temporarily returned to normal functionality however, the failure reoccurred. Upon further investigation, the contact related t